Audi A4: Rear Axle Camber, Adjusting
Caution
This procedure contains mandatory replaceable parts.
Refer to component overview and parts catalog prior to
starting procedure.
Mandatory Replacement Parts
Procedure
- Remove the nut -1- from the
subframe/rear lower transverse link threaded connection and
install the new nut all the way.
- Adjust the camber by rotating the adjusting bolt
-2-.

Note
To turn the adjusting bolt, turn the hex head at the
"top of the bolt".
- Axle alignment specified values. Refer to
→ Chapter "Axle Alignment Specified Values".
Note
- The maximum adjustment range is 135º to left or right of
center position.
- Do not rotate the adjusting bolt -2-
further once the end position has been reached or the components
will be damaged.
- For clarity the rear wheel is not shown.
- Tighten the nut and check the camber value again. Refer to
→ Chapter "Axle Alignment Specified Values".
Tightening Specifications
- Refer to
→ Chapter "Overview - Transverse Link"
Rear Axle Toe, Adjusting
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Fine tooth ratchet, commercially available
Caution
This procedure contains mandatory replaceable parts.
Refer to component overview and parts catalog prior to
starting procedure.
Mandatory Replacement Parts
Procedure
- Remove the nut -1- from the
threaded connection for the tie rod/subframe, and install the
new nut all the way.
- Adjust the toe by turning the eccentric bolt
-2-.

Note
To turn the eccentric bolt, turn the hex head at the
"top of the bolt".
- Axle alignment specified values. Refer to
→ Chapter "Axle Alignment Specified Values".
Note
- The maximum adjustment range is 90º to left or right of
center position.
- The geometric drive axle is automatically changed when
individual toe settings are changed.
- Tighten the nut and check the toe value again. Refer to
→ Chapter "Axle Alignment Specified Values".
Tightening Specifications
- Refer to
→ Chapter "Overview - Transverse Link"
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Note
Camber cannot be adjusted.
Camber can be centered evenly within specified tolerance
range by shifting subframe.
Procedure
- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to
→ Body
Overview - Dynamic Steering
1 - Steering Gear
with Power Steering Control Module -J500-
2 - Electromechanical Power Steering Motor -V187-
Steering column component
Do not di
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Adjusting
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
Wheel Alignment Computer
Screwdriver with T-bar -VAS272001-, not illustrated
Setti
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Front Gas-Filled Shock Absorbers, Venting and Draining
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Hand drill
3 mm diameter drill bit.
6 mm diameter drill bit
Oil collecting container
Protective eyewear
Procedure
- Secure the gas-filled shock absorber vertically in a vise
with the pis
TIP
The procedure only refers to the Avant.
Removing
- Remove the rear lid lower trim panel. Refer to
→ Body Interior; Rep. Gr.70; Luggage Compartment Trim Panels;
Rear Lid Lower Trim Panel, Removing and Installing.
- Disengage the support bracket -7-
by releasing the c